1996 Fiat Duna vs. 1985 Ford Escort
To start off, 1996 Fiat Duna is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Escort (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Duna.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Fiat Duna (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Duna | 1985 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Duna | Escort |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
